Skills learned in lifesaving, lifeguarding and first aid courses last a lifetime. Take your training with the Triformations Lifesaving Academy that works to prevent drowning and water-related injury through its training programs.

We are a leader in the delivery of water safety education throughout the Cayman Islands.

Email info@triformations.com to register.

 

Canadian Swim Patrol (CSP)

The CSP program is the on-ramp to lifeguarding. Ability is the only prerequisite.

The CSP program provides enriched training for those who want to develop swim strokes and skills while having fun in the challenging world of lifesaving. Swim Patrol develops swimming strength and efficiency with emphasis on Water Smart® behaviour. Skill drills enhance capability in the water, good physical conditioning and lifesaving judgment. Content is organised in modules – Water Proficiency, First Aid, Recognition and Rescue.

The CSP is a three-level pre-Bronze program for 8-12 year olds who are ready to move beyond the learn-to-swim program. Candidates earn recognition for success in swimming, first aid and water rescue along with badges for overall award achievement.

No recertification required.

Rookie Patrol

Swimmers continue stroke development with 50m swims of front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke. Lifesaving Sport skills include a 25m obstacle swim and 15m object carry.

First aid focuses on assessment of conscious victims, contacting EMS and treatment for bleeding.

Fitness improves in 350m workouts and 100m timed swims.

Pre-Requisites: In this level, participants are expected to swim confidently and independently with NO assistance from the Swim Instructor.

Participants must possess the following independent skills prior to registration:

  • Shallow Dive into deep water.

  • Compact and Stride entries into deep water.

  • Tread water for 2 minutes.

  • Perform proper Eggbeater and Scissor kick for 30 seconds each.

  • Perform proper Breaststroke for 25m.

  • Perform proper Front Crawl and Back Crawl for 50m.

  • Perform proper Head-up Front Crawl for 10m.

  • Swim 300m continuously.

We do offer private 1-on-1 lessons for those who do not yet possess these skills. Please email info@tiformations.com for more informations.

Ranger Patrol

Swimmers develop better strokes over 75m swims of each stroke. They tackle Lifesaving Sport skills in a lifesaving medley, timed object support and rescue with a buoyant aid.

First aid focuses on assessment of unconscious victims, treatment of victims in shock and obstructed airway procedures.

Skill drills develop a strong lifesaving foundation.

Pre-Requisites: Rookie Patrol

Star Patrol

Swimmers are challenged with 600m workouts, 300m timed swims and a 25m object carry. Strokes are refined over 100m swims.

First aid focuses on treatment of bone or joint injuries and respiratory emergencies including asthma and allergic reactions.

Lifesaving skills include defence methods, victim removals and rolling over and supporting a victim face up in shallow water.

Pre-Requisites: Ranger Patrol

Bronze Medal Awards

Bronze Star

Develops swimming proficiency, lifesaving skill and personal fitness. Candidates refine their stroke mechanics, acquire self-rescue skills, and apply fitness principles in training workouts. Bronze Star is excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion and provides a fun introduction to lifesaving sport.

Prerequisite: None (Swim Patrol experience recommended.)

Bronze Medallion

Challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on, and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross.

Prerequisite: Minimum 13 years of age or Bronze Star certification (need not be current).

Bronze Cross

Begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.

Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion and Lifesaving Society Emergency or Standard First Aid certifications (need not be current) or EFA or SFA from one of these approved agencies.